GRE Word List

PROPONENT

one who argues in favor of something : advocate

The meaning of the word proponent is one who argues in favor of something : advocate.

Random words

WordMeaning
clemencydisposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due
demurto take exception : object
herda typically large group of animals of one kind kept together under human control
garnerto gather into storage
descryto catch sight of
reserveto hold in reserve : keep back
discretionindividual choice or judgment
laitythe people of a religious faith as distinguished from its clergy
patrimonyan estate inherited from one's father or ancestor
disbarto expel from the bar or the legal profession : deprive (an attorney) of legal status and privileges